SINGING WALTZES.
At a festive gathering given by John W. Mackay, in Paris, it is stated that, in place of a band a chorus of voices was used to “ sing ” the waltzes. The effect was said to be unique and charming. The dulcet tones of the singers blended harmoniously with the footfalls of the “ dancers dancing in time.” No doubt this innovation will be introduced next winter at some of our private entertainments. It would be a good thing if it helped to increase the interest in our vocal culture. Our girls have clear, fresh voices, and some encouragement should be given to choral singing, a branch of musical art in which the Americans are far behind the French and Germans. Should a sufficient number of young people learn how to sing together, they might occompany themselves in dancing, and thus the blended grace of movement and melody which distinguishes the religious and festive celebration of all young nations would be reproduced.— New York Hour.
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Poverty Bay Standard, Volume IX, Issue 1010, 10 December 1881, Page 2
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165SINGING WALTZES. Poverty Bay Standard, Volume IX, Issue 1010, 10 December 1881, Page 2
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